• V I S A

Requirements and fees related to the processing of visas are subject to change without notice. Changes may include, but are not limited to, changes in embassy consular fees, processing procedures, application forms and documentation required for visa issuance.
New rule - Tourist visas
‘There should be a gap of at least 2 months between two visits to the country on a Tourist Visa. In case of requirement to visit the country within 2 months, permission should be sought from the Head of Mission concerned. In such cases, registration would be required within 14 days of arrival. Please click here for details’

Permit to Re-enter Within 2 Months - India Visa Requirements
This category only applies to current Tourist Visa holders who need a permit which will allow the applicant to re-enter India within 2 months after last leaving India. This permit is granted only if the need is urgent, and not for Business Activities/Employment or pursuing studies/research, etc.

If the visa holder is traveling to multiple countries on the same itinerary, no permit is needed as long as trip follows the itinerary exactly. The visa holder must carry a copy of the itinerary to show the Immigration Officer.

If a permit is granted, registration with the FRRO is required within 14 days of arriving in India.
1.     Application: Complete the India Visa Application. After the application has been completed, you must print and sign the application.
2.     Passport: Passport must have a minimum validity of six months from the date of application with at least two blank visa pages. Last 2 amendment pages are not acceptable. Must be the actual passport not a copy because your visa will be stamped in the actual passport.
3.     Proof of Address: Applicants must submit a photocopy with proof of residence/address that matches the address on the visa application exactly. Photocopy of state issued ID (Driver License or ID), or major utility bill (Water, Gas, Electric, Sewage) must be submitted.

The following items are not accepted as proof of address: cell phone bill, credit card statement, bank statement or lease. The address cannot include a P.O. box.
Minor applicants must have a copy of both parents State Issued ID or Passports.

If you don't bring a copy, we will make a photocopy for you for $2.00.
4.     Reentry Permission Form: One copy of the reentry permission form. This form will generate automatically as a part of the application process. After printing, answer the questions not covered by the online application form, and then sign. A blank form is available here: Put link to the attached word document
5.     Copy of Birth Certificate: A photocopy of the birth certificate. You should not send the original birth certificate - we cannot be responsible for original documents. For Non-Peru/Bolivia born applicants that do not have their birth certificate, provide a copy of a document issued by Government authorities. This document could be an old (not current) passport or a school leaving certificate etc., provided it shows their personal particulars like name, date of birth, parents names, and nationality. If you don't bring a copy, we will make a photocopy for you for $2.00.
6.     Short Term Visa Holders: Applicants who are not citizens/residents of Peru and hold a tourist or other short-term visa for Peru should normally apply for Indian visas in the country of their permanent residence. In case of emergency or special circumstance, an application could be made at the Indian Embassy in Lima or Consulates General of India in Bolivia. In addition to the relevant visa fee there is a reference fee of $20.00 for reference to be made to the country of their original residence. The processing time in such cases is usually 5-7 working days. (Non Peruvian/Bolivian Citizens - Short Term Visa Holders Only)
7.     Dual Citizenship: Applicants who have dual citizenship with Peru/Bolivia and another country must apply on their Peruvian/Bolivian passport if living in Peru/Bolivia. (Non Peruvian/Bolivian Citizens Only)
8.    Processing Time: There is no guarantee that the permit will be granted. Only cases where the Ministry in India approves will be granted permission. The processing time is indefinite.

Non-refundable tickets or reservations should not be purchased until all visas and passports are secured and in your possession.
9.    Terms and Conditions
Requirements and fees related to the processing of visas are subject to change without notice. Changes may include, but are not limited to, changes in embassy consular fees, processing procedures, application forms and documentation required for visa issuance.

• V I S A

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  ¿Who need visas?
  General Requirements
  Types of Visas
  For non-Peruvian / Bolivian nationals
  Visits to restricted and protected areas
  Visa fees
  Registration
  Fines
  Forms

 

¿Who need visas?

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Violation of visa rules, including overstay, indulging in activities not allowed by the purpose of the visa, non-registration, etc. are treated very seriously and may lead to fines, debarment from future entry and even detention and imprisonment.

Nationals of Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are governed by special visa regimes and are requested to contact the consular section directly for visa and the visa fees given in the section are not applicable to such persons.

For diplomatic and official passport holders, special visa regime is applicable this may be found out from the consular section directly.

The list of countries with which India has visa free agreement for exemption of visa to diplomatic and official Passports is given below ( list here )

All visas are valid from the date of issue.

The purpose of a visa, once issued, cannot be changed later.

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General Requirements

All visa applications require a completed visa application form [21.1 kb. *.pdf, The form is in PDF format,
To view pdf file Acrobat Reader is needed
(photocopies can also be used). Application forms can also be obtained by fax.

  1. The passport, in original, which must be valid for more than 6 months from the date of application of visa.
  2. International Yellow fever certificate, taken at least 10 days before entry into India
  3. One passport size colour photograph.
  4. Copy of confirmed return air tickets
  5. Completed and signed visa application form.
  6. The corresponding visa fees - to be paid only in US Dollars.
  7. If applicant is not a Peruvian or Bolivian national, other requirements have to be fulfilled.

However, apart from all above, the Embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents like bank statements, letter from employer, etc. on a case by case basis.

Note: Validity of the visa starts on the date of issue.

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Types of Visas

Visa Types and documents required
The following types of visas can be granted. For detailed information about visas, you may contact the Indian Embassy, Lima.

Type of Visa

Supporting Documents Required along with the common requirements mentioned above

Tourist

Air tickets for onward and backward journey

Transit

Confirmed onward ticket from India / Sailing Certificate

Student

Admission letter in original from the School/College/University in India, Satisfactory evidence of financial support

Business

Invitation letter from the Indian company and sponsorship letter from the local company

Employment

Employment contract in original signed between Indian Employer and the employee. No employment visa will be issue for non Peruvian and non Bolivian passport holders.

Official

Note Verbal from the Ministry of foreign Affairs of Peru / Bolivia / Respective Diplomatic Mission

Journalist

Details regarding the supporting documents can be ascertained from the Embassy which will depend on the nature of the visit

UN Official

Note Verbale from UN office

Conference

Letter of invitation from the organizers of the conference

Research

Approval of Govt. of India / Nodal Ministry

Diplomatic Conferences

Note Verbale from Diplomatic Mission

Indian passports are usually issued with validity for 10 years after completion of required formalities. In respect of children up to the age of 18 years passports are issued for period of 5 years or eighteen years of age whichever is earlier.
Short validity passports i.e. for a period of 1 year are issued in the case of genuine urgency. However, the validity of such passports can be extended up to 10 years from the date of issue after due formalities without any charge.

 

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For non-Peruvian / Bolivian nationals

Visas are normally issued to Peruvian and Bolivian nationals. However, other nationals can also apply for Indian visas at this Embassy. In such cases, visa issuance will take at least 4 working days more and applicants will have to pay an additional US$ 10 (included in the visa fees) as fax charges for authorization. The applicants also have to fill up an additional form [40 kb. *.doc] and present a copy of residence permit / Carnet de Extranjeria. In case of double nationality, a copy of the Peruvian passport is also required.

Persons not living in Peru / Bolivia (but present in these countries on short visits) have to send a separate letter explaining why they are applying for the visas in this Embassy and not at the Indian Mission in their country of domicile.

Nationals of the United States of America are entitled to 10-year multiple entry tourist and business visas, with the proviso that each stay does not exceed 180 days (6 months).

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Visits to restricted and protected areas

Certain areas in India like Sikkim, areas in the north-east, etc have been designated as protected area or restricted area. Entry of foreigners to such areas is limited to certain tourist locations only. For such tourist visits, special permits (Restricted Area Permit / Protected Area Permit) are required, which are issued by the Embassy. In addition, special rules like group travel, etc are in force in certain locations. The permits are issued without any additional fee. For applying for such permits, the following additional documents are required:

Completed application form. The form can be obtained by fax from the Embassy.
  One photograph

It may be mentioned that all military areas or installation are also protected areas in India.

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Visa Fees

Fees (including fax costs, if any)

For urgent visa (Peruvian passports only), an additional amount of US$25.00 would be charged. Urgency to be decided by the Embassy on a case to case basis on individual merit.

In addition to the above-mentioned amounts, the Bolivian applicants have to pay US$ 12 for bank commission and US$ 32 for courier service (per each application file).  The Bolivian applicants may also make use of pre-paid courier service for the delivery and return of passport from and to Lima.
For Peruvian and Bolivian citizens:

Transit Visa (one or double entry / up to 15 days):

US$  20

Tourist Visa:

 

1up to 6 months:

US$  40

1up to 1 year:

US$  65

1up to 5 years

US$ 130

Student Visa:

US$ 75

Business Visa:

 

1for 1 year:

US$  120

1up to 5 years:

US$  200

Other Visas:

          Up to 6 months:

US$ 80

          Up to 1 year:

US$ 120

          Up to 5 years:

US$ 200

For American citizens:

Transit Visa (one or double entry):

US$  50

Tourist Visa:

 

1up to 6 month:

US$  70

1up to 1 year:

US$  95

1up to 10 years:

US$ 160

Student Visa:

US$ 105

Business Visa:

 

1for 1 year:

US$ 170

1from 5 to 10 years:

US$ 250

Work Visa:

 

1up to 6 months:

US$ 130

1up to 1 year:

US$ 170

1up to 5 years:

US$ 250

Other Visas:

 

         Up to 6 months:

US$ 110

         Up to 1 year:

US$ 150

         Up to 5 years:

US$ 230

For Japanese citizens: all visas US$ 18 save Transit Visa US$ 11
For Singaporean citizens: Tourist Visa up to 6 months: US$35
For Russian citizens (all visas): US$ 50
For citizens from Afghanistan, Argentina, Bangladesh, Jamaica, The Maldives, Mauritius, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, South Africa and Uruguay (all visas): US$ 10
For Nepalese and Bhutanese citizens: Visa is no needed (please contact the Embassy for the exemptions).
For Sri Lankan and Pakistani citizens: please contact the Embassy
For citizens of other nationalities:

Transit Visa (one or double entry):

US$  30

Tourist Visa:

 

1up to 6 months:

US$  50

1up to 1 year:

US$  85

1up to 5 years:

US$ 140

Student Visa:

US$  85

Business Visa* (Reciprocity):

See Table 1

Work Visa (Reciprocity):

See Table 2

Other Visas:

 

1up to 6 months:

US$  90

1up to 1 year:

US$ 130

1up to 5 years:

US$ 210

*For Business Visa (Bangladeshi, Chinese, Pakistani and Sri Lankan citizens): Please contact the Embassy

Transfer of Indian visa to a new passport (in any case): US$ 5

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Registration

All persons who hold visas of the type "Student", "Research" and "Employment" which are valid for more than 180 days (6 months) have to get themselves registered with the nearest Foreign Registration Office (FRRO) within 14 days of arrival in India.

For all other types of visas which are valid for more than 180 days (6 months) registration is required if the person plans to stay more than 180 days on any single visit. This registration should be done at the earliest but definitely before expiry of 180 days from the date of entry into India.

Registration details are available at the Embassy.

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Fines

Violation of visa rules, including overstay, indulging in activities not allowed by the purpose of the visa, non registration, etc. are treated very seriously and will lead to fines, debarment from future entry and even detention and imprionment.

For non-registration in time, there is a fine of US$ 30, which will be charged while leaving India or even at a future entry into India.

For overstay in India than the time permitted as per the visa, there is a fine of US$ 30, which will be charged while leaving India or while applying for a new visa. However, cases of long overstay may lead to the denial of the future visa or even imprisonment.

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Forms
General Application Form
  Additional Application Form for nationals other than Peruvian/Bolivian Nationals
  Application Form for Bolivian Nationals

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